Job Description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Dr. Julia Montgomery, [email protected]

Work Schedule

tbd

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About This Position

Career-Track Assistant/Associate Professor in Animal Wellbeing and Public Policy

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) in the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Oklahoma State University (OSU) invites applications for a career-track faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor in the areas of animal wellbeing, public policy and regulation on the care and use of animals. Position is contingent upon available funding.

Qualifications

• D.V.M. or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Eligibility to take the board exam or board certification by the American College of Animal Welfare is an asset.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in the field of animal welfare/public policy and/or animal research compliance.
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaching in the professional veterinary curriculum, including courses in animal welfare and public policy.
• Development of elective courses for veterinary students.
• Participation in college extension and outreach programs.
• Consultation with university animal facilities, facility veterinarians, and CVM clinicians on policy and regulation on the care and use of animals.
• Establishment of an American College of Animal Welfare residency training program.
  
  

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in collaborative research programs aligned with their area of expertise. Preference will be given to individuals with a demonstrated interest in pursuing interdisciplinary collaborations within the framework of animal wellbeing and public policy, as well as contribution to the design of animal studies. Collaborative research opportunities are available within the College of Veterinary Medicine and across the Oklahoma State University system.

Oklahoma State University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including

• Tuition waivers for dependent children of faculty.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• On-campus childcare options are available, though spaces may be limited.
• Free access to University Wellness Facilities
• Mental health resources, including onsite counseling services.
  
  

Stillwater is a vibrant university town consistently ranked among the best small towns in America. Centrally located between Oklahoma City and Tulsa, it offers a high quality of life with excellent public schools, a welcoming community, and diverse cultural, recreational, and entertainment opportunities. Learn more about living in Stillwater at Stillwater Community.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit: Applications including letter of intent with statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references should be submitted at

For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Julia Montgomery, VCS Department Head at [email protected]

Required Qualifications

• D.V.M.
• Animal welfare/public policy and/or animal research compliance
• (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
  
  

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Excellent communication skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in the field of animal welfare/public policy and/or animal research compliance.
  
  

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

• Eligibility to take the board exam or board certification by the American College of Animal Welfare is an asset.

Job Tags

Full time,

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